After getting a LCD TV, we realized our over-sized entertainment cabinet needed to be replaced with a smaller and more contemporary cabinet. We drew the cabinet on Sketchup first, then created the cabinet using a construction technique using lamination.
The sides, top and shelves are 1 1/4 thick and appear to be solid oak. They are actually laminated as follows:
1/4 inch plywood top
3/4 inch filler stock in a frame shape (pine)
1/4 inch plywood bottom
Adhesive backed edge banding (heat applied)
Here's the finished product.